13 responses to “Patriots place Jonathan Freeny on IR”

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This is unfortunate for Freeney. After being waived by Miami, he developed a good niche for himself on special teams and as a reserve LB who can play multiple positions. As the season wears on and injuries mount, versatile players like Freeney become more valuable.
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It’s too bad for Freeney, whom they seem to love, but the still have McClellin, Mingo and the intriguing ERoberts for LB depth. Vollmer and DLewis are on the PUP list, which means they can start practicing as late as wk 11 and be activated as late as wk 14. Last I read, DLewis they were optimistic about, Seabass, not so much. CFleming did a nice job last week though.

Watch my guy Elandon Roberts blow up. Already doing more than I thought. Didn’t know him at draft time, checked out his college tape. Tackling machine, great instincts. On the small side, thought he’d be a special teamer at least at first, and maybe translate into a dime LB or a big in-the-box safety at the pro level. Been impressed with him so far.

Dion Lewis is eligible to come of the PUP list this week and can play in week 7 if he is healthy. He was operated on in the third week of August with an estimated 8-10 week recovery. My guess is he plays in their 8th game.